2001 Renault Megane vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
